Trouble has (what they think is) IBS (he refuses to eat and has jaundice and is very skinny and depressed) and the vets recommend a feeding tube.. problem is my parents think that it is best to just have him put down right away in order to save him from the "trauma." However, this one site says that feeding tubes can be very beneficial for temporary illnesses and that cats aren't bothered by them at all.
Trouble is only about 8 years old and while I don't want to be selfish, I also don't want to pass up potentially saving his life and bringing him back to health. PLEASE give me advice if you or someone you know has had similar problems (I sound like a commercial for mesothelioma).
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